Social Safeguards Specialist

Company Description

SHELADIA Associates is a multi-disciplinary international professional consulting firm with demonstrated experience in the successful management and implementation of development projects worldwide. SHELADIA believes practicality and sustainability in development projects require flexible resource management, active participation of all stakeholders, and a shared goal of strengthening institutions and operational systems to optimize available resources.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Job Description

Sheladia Associates is seeking a professional International Social Safeguards Specialist to join our team for a road project in Guyana. 

Individual will support our Client for the Design Review and Construction Supervision Consultancy Services on a road improvement project using Design - Build and Civil Works Construction modes during the Construction and Design period. 

Duties will include 

1. Review and approve the Contractors’ Environment and Social Management Plans (C-ESMPs), including all updates and revisions
2. Review the monthly progress report furnished by the Contractors and provide feedback and ensure compliance with ESA/ESMP, IDB’s ESPF (2021), and national law and propose any corrective actions, as needed
3. Produce progress reports

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences or a related field
2. 7 years of general experience and  at least 5 years of experience in the sector
3. Demonstrated experience in participatory approaches and community development, consultation, grievance mechanisms as well as the current environmental and social policies and procedures of multilateral funding agencies (WB, IADB, ADB etc)
4. Must have successfully completed at least two (2) projects of a similar nature as Social Safeguards Specialist.
5. Prior work experience in Guyana or other Caribbean/ Latin American countries is preferable.
6. Must be fluent in both spoken and written English language.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.